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January 31st

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Did You Know?

Majority of parents (80%+) told their pregnancy is affected by spina bifida elect to have a termination.

Taking folic acid ideally 3 months before conception, helps protect against spina bifida and other defects.

Spina bifida is a NTD - Neural Tube Defect

Hydrocephalus affects 1 in 1000 babies born in the UK.

NPH stands for Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.

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